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Next week, the NSW Reconstruction Authority (RA) will be hosting an information session in Mullumbimby as part of a series of events across the Northern Rivers to help homeowners make their homes safer and more flood resilient.

Local MP Tamara Smith said, ‘If you’re part of the Resilient Homes Program or thinking about applying this is a great opportunity to speak directly with the team, ask questions and explore your options’.

Location: Mullumbimby Civic Hall, 55 Dalley Street, Mullumbimby

Date: Wednesday 11 March 2026. Time: 4pm to 7pm.

Builder’s brekky

‘There is also an informal builder’s brekky being held for the local construction industry prior to the information sessions. The breakfast sessions will introduce the RHP and provide information about the opportunity to work with homeowners through to March 2027′.

Location: Lulu’s Café, 104 Dalley Street, Mullumbimby

Date: Wednesday 4 March. Time: 7am to 8am.

Register here: https://comms.reconstruction.nsw.gov.au/…/interface.html

Learn more about the Resilient Homes Program here: https://www.nsw.gov.au/…/our-work/resilient-homes-program



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